Senior Security Specialist

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. ERG is seeking a Senior Security Specialist to oversee information assurance and cybersecurity compliance across Navy systems and environments. This role ensures that all systems adhere to DoD and Navy cybersecurity policy, Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements, and established security best practices. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cybersecurity governance, auditing, and compliance within high security DoD environments. This is a fulltime onsite position at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Indian Head. Indian Head, MD, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA. Job Description Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and security controls across Navy systems Conduct security audits, inspections, and compliance assessments to validate adherence to DoD and Navy cybersecurity requirements Support RMF lifecycle activities, including control implementation, evidence collection, documentation updates, and stakeholder coordination Contribute to ATO package development, POA&M management, and ongoing authorization efforts Perform continuous monitoring of cybersecurity controls and system security posture Ensure organizational alignment with DoD, Navy, and federal cybersecurity directives, standards, and best practices Dev